Chelsea vs Ipswich Town: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Chelsea vs Ipswich in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 14:00 BST match.

Fixture: Chelsea vs Ipswich
Date: Sunday 13 April 2025
Kick-off: 14:00 BST
Venue: Stamford Bridge

The match at Stamford Bridge is expected to be a tactical battle, with Chelsea likely to dominate possession and look to break down an organised Ipswich defence. The home side's recent form suggests they will be confident, but they must be wary of an Ipswich side fighting for survival.

Chelsea's superior squad depth and home advantage should see them through, but Ipswich's resilience and need for points could make this a closer contest than expected. The Blues are likely to secure a victory, but it may not be as straightforward as the scoreline suggests.

Prediction: Chelsea 2-0 Ipswich

Chelsea have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent outings, with a focus on maintaining their position in the top four.

Chelsea's form has been characterised by solid home performances, with a notable struggle in away games. The team has been led by the likes of Cole Palmer, who has been instrumental in their attack, and Moisés Caicedo, who has been a midfield stalwart.

Last 5 league matches:

• Draw: 0-0 vs Brentford (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Tottenham (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Arsenal (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Leicester (H)
• Win: 4-0 vs Southampton (H)
  

Ipswich Town are in a battle to avoid relegation, with their recent form reflecting the challenges they face.

Ipswich have struggled to find consistency, particularly at home, where they have not won a league game in 2025. Liam Delap has been a key figure in their attack, but the team needs more from their squad to climb out of the relegation zone.

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 2-1 vs Wolves (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Bournemouth (A)
• Loss: 2-4 vs Nottingham Forest (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Crystal Palace (A)
• Loss: 2-3 vs Man United (A)
  

The historical encounters between Chelsea and Ipswich have been relatively infrequent, but the recent results show a competitive edge.

Chelsea have had the upper hand in recent meetings, but the narrow margins suggest that Ipswich can pose a challenge.

• Ipswich 2-0 Chelsea (30 December 2024)
• Ipswich 0-0 Chelsea (01 April 2002)
• Chelsea 2-1 Ipswich (04 November 2001)
• Chelsea 4-1 Ipswich (20 January 2001)
• Ipswich 2-2 Chelsea (26 January 2000)
  

• Mykhailo Mudryk (Suspended)
• Marc Guiu (Hamstring) - Out
• Romeo Lavia (Injury unspecified) - Out
• Wesley Fofana (Hamstring) - Out

Chelsea's injury list is a concern, particularly in defence, where the absence of Fofana could be felt. The team will need to adapt their lineup and tactics accordingly.

• Chiedozie Ogbene (Achilles) - Out
• Wes Burns (Knee) - Out
• Samuel Szmodics (Ankle) - Out
• Omari Hutchinson (Hamstring) - Doubtful
• Arijanet Muric (Shoulder) - Doubtful

Ipswich's injury woes are significant, with key players missing in both attack and defence. This could impact their ability to compete effectively against a strong Chelsea side.

Sánchez; Colwill, Cucurella, Gusto, Chalobah; Fernández, Caicedo; Palmer, Sancho, Neto; Jackson

Chelsea are likely to stick with their 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on maintaining possession and exploiting the flanks with players like Palmer and Neto.

Walton; Townsend, Burgess, O'Shea, Tuanzebe; Morsy, Cajuste; Enciso, Broadhead, Philogene; Delap

Ipswich may opt for a similar formation, aiming to counter-attack and utilise the pace of Delap and Philogene.

• Cole Palmer vs Sam Morsy: Palmer's creativity and goal-scoring threat will be crucial for Chelsea, while Morsy's defensive midfield role will be vital in stopping him.
• Liam Delap vs Chelsea's Defence: Delap's physical presence and goal-scoring ability could test Chelsea's backline, especially with Fofana out.
• Enzo Fernández vs Jens Cajuste: The midfield battle between these two could dictate the tempo of the game, with Fernández's passing range against Cajuste's energy and work rate.
  

Chelsea have lost just one of the last 11 meetings with Ipswich in all competitions. The last time Ipswich won at Stamford Bridge was 3-2 in 1978/79 in the old First Division.

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